Rossland

Dining

(Kevin Arnold photo)

For a small community of 3,500 residents, Rossland has a good selection of eateries.

The city prides itself on its locally owned and family-run businesses. Light snacks and hearty fare abound at the local coffee shops, but when the snow flies and skiers arrive, the town becomes a hotbed of activity, so reservations for bistros and restaurants are recommended.

Cafés and Casual Pubs

Great coffee and great company is easy to find in Rossland. Grab a cup of java, a bite to eat, or a sweet or savoury treat at one of the many casual spots. A few to try include Clansey's Cappuccino, Café Books West, or Alpine Grind. The Clubhouse restaurant at the Redstone Golf Resort overlooks the links and has a licensed outdoor patio.

Or check in at Rossland's oldest pub and find out how the pub at the Flying Steamshovel Hotel got its unique name. Originally called the Orwell Hotel when it opened in 1897, the Flying Steamshovel may well be a good place to chat up the locals, gain insider Rossland information, as well as have a good meal and a pint.

Brewery

The award-winning Rossland Beer Companyis a popular local hangout after a day of biking or skiing. With a small selection of fresh, locally brewed beers you can grab a seat and sample the beers on tap or fill your growler to take home.

Ethnic and Unique Eats

Starving after a day on the slopes? Fill up with Mediterranean and Italian fare (including home made pastas) at Gabriella's Apres Ski Restaurant. Try her "Trip for Two" six-course meal focused around Gabriella's own favourite Italian dishes.

Idgie's Fine Food is great for casual fine dining and is set in a unique heritage building, while Gypsy at Red, offers a fusion of Mediterranean and Asian platters and Aka Dake Sushi serves authentic Japanese fare.

Stop at Mountain Nugget for premium, hand-made chocolates to stave off that sweet craving or as a gift to take home. Fans of fondue will find much to savour at Le Petit Fromage. Stir up an appetite and ski beneath the stars on a guided 2km/1.2mi cross-country trail to a remote cabin, then dip in to a fondue by candlelight and settle in by wood-burning stove.